The Conc… Read Full Bio ↴The Concretes are a Swedish band composed of eight members.
The Concretes began as a three member band with Victoria Bergsman, Maria Eriksson, and Lisa Milsberg, in 1995 in Stockholm. Since then they have picked up members, growing into an eight piece band. They also have a number of "Honorary Concretes" who play on their records.
One of their songs from their album The Concretes, Say Something New, has been featured on TV advertisements in the United States for Target.
Another of their songs "Chico", has been remixed by Australian electronic artists The Avalanches.
Maria Eriksson is also half the band Heikki, with guitarist Jari Haapalainen. They released their self-titled debut, a mini-cd, in Scandinavia in 2002. The follow-up, Heikki 2, appeared in 2004.
Group members:
Lisa Milberg – current lead vocalist, drums
Maria Eriksson – guitar, lead and backup vocals
Martin Hansson – bass, backup vocals
Ulrik Karlsson – horns, piano, backup vocals
Per Nyström – organ, backup vocals
Ludvig Rylander – horns, piano and backing vocals
Daniel Värjö – guitar, mandolin, backup vocals
Victoria Bergsman - Vocals
An email to fans dated July 25th stated that Victoria has left the band to pursue a solo career. Surely this will change The Concretes sounds markedly, though the integrity that characterises their work is sure to remain whatever decision the band make.
Their 2010 album "WYWH," which received slightly less positive reviews, has turned out to be their last.
SAY SOMETHING
The Concretes Lyrics
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As you pass me on your way out.
And all the things I had in mind for you and me.
Say something new, something new.
What a strange thing to do
As you passed me
On your way out, on your way out.
And all the things I had in mind for you and me.
About something you do, something you do. say something new, something new.
About something you do, something you do.
The Concretes' song "Say Something" is a melancholic ballad about unspoken thoughts and missed opportunities. The opening lines set the tone for the whole song as the singer witnesses her lover leaving and realizes that all the things she wanted to say to him will have to remain unsaid. The lyrics are simple, yet poignant, conveying a sense of regret and sadness.
The chorus, with its repeated plea for something new to be said, adds to the sense of longing and frustration. The singer is stuck in a rut and wants her lover to say or do something that will change the course of their relationship. However, she knows that it is unlikely to happen, and she is resigned to the fact that her unspoken feelings will remain just that.
Overall, the song's lyrics capture the feeling of being stuck in a relationship that is going nowhere, and the sense of regret and missed opportunities that can accompany it. The Concretes do an excellent job of conveying this message in a way that is both simple and powerful.
Line by Line Meaning
What a strange thing to say
It is surprising for you to say something strange as you leave.
As you pass me on your way out.
You are leaving and walking past me at the same time.
And all the things I had in mind for you and me.
I had plans and ideas about our relationship, but they may not come to fruition.
Say something new, something new.
I want to hear something different from you, something that I have not heard before.
What a strange thing to do
It is unexpected for you to act in a certain way as you are leaving.
As you passed me
You have already walked past me and are leaving.
On your way out, on your way out.
You are leaving and won't be staying any longer.
About something you do, something you do.
I want to know more about your actions and behaviors.
Say something new, something new.
I want to hear something different from you, something that I have not heard before.
About something you do, something you do.
I am curious about your actions and behaviors, and want to learn more.
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